The New England Patriots improved to 8-8 and are one win away from clinching the seventh and final spot in the 2022 NFL playoffs for the AFC.
They beat the battered Dolphins 23-21 on a day where the defense controlled the game and the offense showed a pulse for a full game for the first time since their Thanksgiving Day matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.
The Patriots were able to shut down Miami’s offense and actually win a game where the opponent scored more than 17 points. Their success is owed to a few key contributors that gave the Dolphins headaches all game.
Here are the standout stars from Week 17.